In the Middle Ages, people drew cards to be promoted to nobility.

The Fulu Kingdom, which was the Qin Dynasty during the Han Dynasty, sent envoys to the Song Dynasty more than a hundred years ago, and became the Roman Empire in the West.

Of course, Fulong is actually a general term. They are so far apart and there is a language barrier. It would be a bit difficult to expect the Song people to distinguish between Roma and Roma.

After some explanations, the two parties finally connected.

But the county magistrate apparently did not dare to open the city gate.

The so-called envoys of the Great Qin State were all armored, strong and powerful. Everyone across the city wall felt uncertain. Who knew whether opening the city gate would open the door to the thieves?

The county lieutenant couldn't help but murmured: They say that these barbarian soldiers are unable to fight, but why do these barbarians look so brave?

There were vassal soldiers on the border of the Song Dynasty, most of whom were Qiang, Hu or Tubo people.

Liu Bowu explained in a low voice: The people of Fulin are not Qiang and Hu, and the vassal soldiers of Tubo are not the people of the small countries in the Western Regions. They are the west of the Western Regions, a big country no less than the green-clad food (yi).

The big one in green is the Fatimid dynasty.

The county lieutenant looked stunned. In fact, he didn't understand what Liu Bowu was talking about at all.

The magistrate bravely bowed his hands and said, General Ha, can you tell me where these golden dog heads come from?

Not far away, our army saw this barbarian who wanted to slaughter the people. Naturally, he would not sit idly by and kill them all. You can take all these heads and report them to the magistrate in exchange for credit.

Lothar said happily.

The face of the county magistrate suddenly changed: In other words, this Jinren outpost is not far from Qingshui County? What can be done about it!

Yes, the outpost has arrived, and the Chinese army led by Jin Wushu, the fourth prince of the Jin Kingdom, is most likely not far away. You, the county magistrate, can't you hurry up and record the customs clearance documents for my mission, so we can go south I am looking for an official from the Song Dynasty and send a letter to my emperor!

Lothar sneered in her heart, but her face was even more enthusiastic.

This Jin outpost nearly a fierce army was slaughtered in the Qingshui County area. According to the Jin people's style, it would be strange not to take revenge severely.

These words bound Qingshui County to them.

Even if the county magistrate had the guts to massacre all of their Flu Kingdom Mission, with the style of those Jin people, it would be impossible to forgive Qingshui County.

…

At the top of the city, everyone was in dire straits.

What should we do now? The Jin army is approaching soon. The Fulu State envoy destroyed the Jin outpost and still wants to leave. What can we do to calm down the Jin Wushu's anger?

The magistrate was so anxious that he got angry.

The Jin soldiers are almost at their doorstep, and the Jin people have always been known for their powerful cavalry. Now even if they drag their families and move south, two legs can't outrun others' four legs.

Liu Bowu said categorically: We cannot let this envoy leave. Now, if we want to resist the Jin people, we must rely on these barbarians!

The county lieutenant immediately objected: These barbarians call themselves 'missions', do you really believe that they are 'missions'? How can an envoy be made up of all soldiers and not even half a civil servant?

What if what they say is just to deceive the city gate, and then you and I will be the sinners of the tens of thousands of people in Qingshui County!

Liu Bowu was slightly startled.

The magistrate said solemnly: Let's not care whether this envoy is true or false, but even if it is true, what excuse can we use to keep them and help us fight against Jin Wushu's army?

Everyone looked at each other.

The county captain suggested: Hu people have always been vulgar and greedy for money. Why don't we pool some money to hire them?

Liu Bowu shook his head and said: No. Although most of the Hu people are poor, the Fulu country is an exception. Moreover, you see, these Hu soldiers are all armored and well-dressed. They are by no means an army of poverty. They want to hire them with property. , it is definitely not something we in the urban area of ​​Qingshui County can afford.”

Everyone looked at each other with a sense of despair.

But at this time, Lothar's urging came from the city: Hurry up, you, the county magistrate, how dare you neglect the envoy like this? If you delay further, we will go south and leave directly.

No, we can't let them go!

Liu Bowu said.

First of all, this Jin man's head is absolutely real. Their hair style is definitely not a temporary cut. Moreover, they also have physical evidence such as the Jin man's flag and armor. Do you, the county magistrates, agree?

Everyone nodded.

Secondly, this envoy has formed a quarrel with the Jin people, and it is the only one we can rely on at the moment. But can the army fight against the Jin people? Do you, the county officials, agree?

The magistrate looked at the county captain this time.

The county lieutenant said with a bitter look on his face: That's true.

Again, in this land of Hebei, there are 100,000 Jin people wreaking havoc. Is it possible that this foreign envoy has provoked the Jin people and wants to falsely open the gate of Qingshui County and come in to plunder and massacre?

Everyone thought about it for a moment, but they all felt it was not high.

The reason why so many people think this county is safe, isn't it because they think this county has little luck? Then maybe the Jin people will rush to catch up with the officials and let this small county go?

Liu Bowu asked again: Finally, what I want to ask is, county captain, if this so-called envoy sends troops to attack Qingshui County, can you resist?

The county lieutenant thought for a moment, then shook his head: This envoy's army is clean and tidy, and it can defeat the Jin people. It is definitely a first-class army. Our Qingshui County only has a few dozen archers and an 800-sided army. It is definitely no match for it.

Liu Bowu said: Then open the city gate, invite them in, state your interests, and maybe we can get this Fuhu envoy to help Qingshui County tide over the difficulties.

Right now, it's just a gamble.

The county magistrate was still hesitant.

After all, losing the bet will bring disaster to the sky. Who knows whether the news said by this so-called envoy that the Jin army is coming in the near future is true or false? Even if there is a high probability that it is true, there is still a small probability that it is false!

Just talking.

Jeanne was already stepping on the wall bricks outside the rammed earth city wall. With a little help, she came to the city wall with her heavy armor.

This action shocked everyone.

Jeanne snorted: You Song people are so suspicious. If we want to break through your small city, do you need us to deceive you into opening your city gate?

Let me put it bluntly, we have provoked the Jin people, who are all cavalry and are extremely fast. Even if we go south immediately, we will not be able to escape their horseshoes. Therefore, my family intends to use your small county to resist the Jin people. This is a matter of mutual benefit.

Just finished speaking.

Liu Bowu was the first to speak: Master, please open the city gate and invite these anti-gold warriors into the city!

The county captain looked at Jeanne with shock in his eyes.

How did this barbarian female general get such a handsome Qinggong skill? I am afraid that the famous couple Gust of Wind and One Piece of Cloud would not be able to leap up a two-foot high wall wearing such a suit of armor.

The city gate finally opened.

The attitude of the county lieutenant and Liu Bowu were very respectful, and they agreed to Lothar's requests for building chariots, horses, baggage, ordnance and other equipment.

Lothar and his troops were also given several large houses left by escaped wealthy families, with enough wine, meat, and food.

Lothar and his soldiers naturally did nothing to the residents of Qingshui County, and nothing happened that worried the county magistrate and others.

After bidding farewell to Lothar, the county magistrate looked at the county captain who still had a hint of a flattering smile on his face, and couldn't help but said: County captain, as ministers of the Song Dynasty, we still have to pay attention to a little respect. That is just a foreign mission.

The county captain rubbed his stiff chin. He was against opening the city gate.

But once you agree to open the city gate, why not be more respectful? Now, the life of the entire Qingshui County is in the hands of these knife-wielding warriors!

Is it still decent? The Second Holy Capital has been hunting in the north. Hundreds of thousands of troops have been beaten to pieces. How many concubines and princesses have been abused by the barbarians. The queens and princesses of the official family have been taken over by golden dogs. How can we talk about dignity? ?”

After finishing speaking, the two looked at each other.

The county magistrate was speechless for a moment, and he did not care about the treachery revealed in the county captain's words. To put it bluntly, the majesty of the Song Dynasty royal family was not much left.

The county captain sighed faintly: Anyway, let's serve this group of barbarian 'embassy' well. I hope we can make these tigers and wolves fight and find a way out for me in Qingshui County. I have also figured it out, then Liu Bowu is right. , we have no choice but to rely on this Hu soldiers.

Lothar was discussing with Jeanne the specific military strategy on how to deal with the Jin people. The first and biggest difference they faced was whether to use the city wall to defend or go out of the city to meet the enemy.

Generally speaking, it is definitely more advantageous to defend the city.

But if you rely on the city wall to defend, first of all, the Jin people's Tiefutu foot combat is also very strong, and the Jin people have captured a large number of Liao and Song craftsmen, and their level of building siege equipment is not weak at all.

It's still unclear how much cover this mere two-foot city wall can provide.

Moreover, urban offensive and defensive warfare is as cruel as a meat grinder, and the enemy is outnumbered, turning the war into a war of attrition, which is definitely not a good thing for Lothar.

Lothar emphasized: To defend the city, we can also enlist the help of the Song people and fight the Jin people in the wild. Although our cavalry can perform better, the number of enemy cavalry will only be greater.

Jeanne dismissed this: Their hundreds of thousands of regular troops have been defeated. How much help can hundreds of thousands more militiamen bring to us?

If we really let them surround us in this county and engage in a war of attrition, what can we do to fight the enemy?

It remains to be discussed whether the Song Army is a good food or not.

After all, the elite among them are actually not weak in equipment. On some small-scale battlefields, they can win a situation with the Jin people.

The reason why they lost consecutive battles was simply because the Song Dynasty had a pig brain and could not use its hands and feet no matter how strong they were.

But the Xiangjun in Qingshui County are definitely the kind who are good at cooking. On the contrary, the archers who are in charge of public security issues such as arresting bandits seem to be in good spirits.

Jeanne snorted softly: Speaking of which, it's good that these Song people are willing to help us. I thought they would want to join the Jin people and become our enemies.

It can be said that these county officials still have some backbone and have no intention of betraying the common people and seeking refuge with the Jin people.

Lothar paused slightly: Otherwise, I will break through Qingshui County and force them to resist the gold.

Even Emperor Ji, the princess of the royal family, was kidnapped by the Jin people and died as a result of the breakdown of the valley road. Ordinary people would most likely be even worse than this.